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Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Rogers. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Leaders with Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Arkansas traveled to Washington, D.C. to urge Congress to expand affordable homes and met with lawmakers. The group hopes the Housing for the 21st Century Act will bring funding and policy changes so local families can have safe+decent homes. 5 News
- ➤ ArcBest announced a $750,000 donation that will support programs at the U.S. Marshals Museum & Fort Kids Children's Museum. The funds will boost interactive exhibits and educational offerings for local visitors. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Thirty-four local homeowners are reporting unfinished landscaping projects and delayed payments by a Lowell contractor, with documentation now under review by the Better Business Bureau. The contractor has stopped his work as residents share their evidence with state authorities. 5 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USDA is providing technical and financial aid to local farmers and livestock producers affected by winter storms, with eligible participants required to submit a notice of loss by March 1 (to qualify for assistance with livestock, feed, grazing, and tree rehabilitation programs). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ State lawmakers debate extending postpartum Medicaid beyond the current 60-day limit — experts warn that without full-year coverage, many new mothers risk missing vital checkups and facing health complications. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Har-Ber girls clinched the 6A-West championship on Tuesday night with a 54-41 win over Fort Smith Northside at Wildcat Arena in Springdale — they will try to finish the season undefeated when they face a crosstown rival on Friday. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Springdale Har-Ber girls clinched the 6A-West Conference title with a 54-41 win over Fort Smith Northside on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at Wildcat Arena in Springdale — coach Kimberly Jenkins said the team was not told of the clinching beforehand. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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